Elderwood at Ticonderoga | $81,510 – $111,540 / year | Full-Time
Make an Impact in Resident Care and Staff DevelopmentElderwood at Ticonderoga is seeking a compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to serve as Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON) and Educator. This dual-role position supports the Director of Nursing in leadership, staff training, and ensuring high-quality resident care.
Located in the heart of the Adirondacks, this full-time role offers the opportunity to lead, educate, and make a meaningful impact on both residents and nursing staff.
Why Work at Elderwood at Ticonderoga:Gas allowance stipend
Pay-in-lieu program for part-time clinical staff (earn up to 10% more)
Tuition assistance programs for clinical tracks
Shift differentials
Full benefits package, including 401(k) with company match
Employee referral program
Collaborative leadership culture with focus on work-life balance
The ADON/Educator leads and supports the nursing department, assisting the DON in staffing, personnel management, staff education, and infection control. This role ensures regulatory compliance and the delivery of quality nursing services while fostering staff development and professional growth.
ResponsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:
Leadership & Administrative:
Assist the DON with overall staffing, personnel management, and departmental operations
Act as DON in their absence under Administrator direction
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and evaluate nursing staff
Ensure adequate 24-hour nursing coverage
Develop, implement, and communicate nursing policies and procedures
Maintain compliance with State Board of Nursing, Nurse Practice Act, and other regulations
Education & Training:
Serve as Educator for nursing staff, including orientation, in-service programs, and continuing education
Oversee Nursing Assistant Training Program and ensure all nurse aides are properly supervised
Develop and evaluate educational programs for all facility personnel
Resident Care & Nursing Oversight:
Assess residents and monitor care needs through daily rounds
Supervise admissions, readmissions, and coordination of Medicare skilled services
Monitor therapeutic services, medication administration, and treatment schedules
Ensure residents receive a safe, clean, and supportive environment
RN - Assistant Director of Nursing/Educator Qualifications:
- Credentials as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) with a current state license in good standing in state which work is performed
- Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience as an RN required five (5) years preferred
- Minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in geriatric nursing; acute care setting preferred
- Valid, current BLS/CPR certification required (or willingness to obtain
- Previous experience in nursing education, training, and/or performing in-services desired
- Demonstrated proficiency in various computer applications, programs, and electronic medical records
- Ability to participate in facility on-call program which may include working at facility on evenings and weekends
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) preferred
Skills Required
- Current Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license in good standing in the state where work is performed
- At least two years of RN nursing experience
- Five years of nursing experience
- At least one year of supervisory experience
- At least one year of geriatric nursing experience
- Acute care nursing experience
- Valid, current BLS/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain it
- Experience in nursing education, training, or conducting in-service programs
- Proficiency with computer applications, programs, and electronic medical records
- Ability to participate in the facility on-call program, including evenings and weekends
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree
What We Do
Elderwood is a senior-care provider serving older adults across the Northeast. Its continuum of care includes independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, subacute rehabilitation, memory care, orthopedic and cardiac rehabilitation, wound therapy, ventilator care, and oncology care. Affiliates also offer home care, pharmacy and prescription delivery, medical transportation, and managed long-term-care services, with a person-centered focus on residents’ health, wellness, and families.
